Saturday October 2nd
Kinokuniya Books 1073 Avenue of the Americas between 40th – 41st
You are cordially invited to the "Ciné Dramatíque opening reception" at Kinokuniya Bookstore to enjoy John Arzayus’ latest photographic art series “Ciné Dramatíque”. John simply couldn’t have a plain old art opening. Instead, he opted to have NYAF throw a pre-party and has invited some very special guests to add to the festivities. Review the schedule below come join the fun!
4:00pm Opening reception: Preshow Buffet
5:00pm Mario Bueno: Musical cosplay performance
5:30pm The American Otaku Interview: Q&A with the star of the evening, John Arzayus
6:00pm NYAF Pre-Game Panel: With special hosts Rym & Scott of GeekNights
6:30pm NYAF Raffle
Guest of Honor:
John Arzayus
If you look behind the lens at Otakuden.com, you’ll find John Arzayus, a well-seasoned, self-professed Otaku. A while back, John found a novel way to express his love of anime: photographing and archiving his extensive figure collection on his website otakuden.com. The feedback was incredible. Not only were visitors wowed by thequality of the figures typically found in the genre, but even more so by the art direction and composition in Arzayus' work. Each series reveals a bit more about a character–each frame adding to a storyline presented through carefully constructed sets and lighting. Find more at http://www.otakudenstudios.com.
Special Guests:
Mario Bueno
With a background in theater and on-screen, Mario Bueno is an award-winning cosplayer and vocalist whose performances have made a big splash in the otaku-scene. He appeared on Anime News Network in their 2007-2008 news webisodes and produced/appeared in his own 2005 fan film classic "Final Fantasy vs Kaiju Big Battel" and web program "Doujinopolis". Bueno has also appeared in numerous FUNimation Blog segments as Son Goku. Recently, he became the first male AX Idol Singing Winner at Anime Expo 2010! Find more at www.mariobueno.com.
GeekNights
GeekNights is a talk radio show for hobbyists, tinkerers, and, for lack of a better word, geeks. Hosts Rym and Scott plunge into a variety of topics ranging from computer science to Eurogaming. Whether it's anime, fantasy-fiction, indie comics, or gadgetry, you can catch GeekNights two nights a week for your listening pleasure. Find more at http://frontrowcrew.com.
NYAF
For all those that know and love NYAF, come down and revel in their pre-show love! They will be raffling off tickets, posters, and a few other surprises. This year's NYAF's guests include Minori Chihara, Puffy AmiYumi, and VAMPS. While they won't be at Kinokuniya, NYAF staff will. How's the show going, you ask? If it's crazy, they'll have shaved. If it's extra crazy, expect stubble! The New York Anime Festival 2010, will be taking place between October 8-10 at the Jacob Javits Center. Find more at nyanimefestival.com.
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Kinokuniya Bookstore NYC Press Release
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